Hyundai Venue vs Mahindra XUV 3XO vs Skoda Kylaq (2026)
The classic compact suv shortlist, settled with numbers (August 2026):
- Pick the Hyundai Venue if you want the best claimed efficiency (up to 24 kmpl).
- Pick the Mahindra XUV 3XO if you want the lowest starting price (₹7.50 Lakh), the most power (129 bhp).
- Pick the Skoda Kylaq if you want the biggest boot (446 L).
Three-Way Specification Comparison
| Spec | Hyundai Venue | Mahindra XUV 3XO | Skoda Kylaq |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹8.00 Lakh – ₹15.65 Lakh | ₹7.50 Lakh – ₹15.50 Lakh | ₹8.00 Lakh – ₹14.50 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.2L petrol / 1.0L turbo-petrol / 1.5L diesel | 1.2L turbo-petrol (mStallion/TGDi) / 1.5L diesel | 1.0L TSI turbo-petrol |
| Max power | 118 bhp | 129 bhp | 114 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol, Diesel | Petrol, Diesel | Petrol |
| Transmissions | Manual, DCT, Torque Converter AT | Manual, AMT, Torque Converter AT | Manual, Torque Converter AT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 17–24 kmpl | 17.9-20.6 kmpl (claimed, engine dependent) | 19.1-19.7 kmpl (ARAI) |
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Safety rating | 5 stars | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Boot space | 375 L | 364 L | 446 L |
Hyundai Venue in short
The second-generation Venue, launched in late 2025, is Hyundai's volume compact SUV against the Maruti Brezza, Tata Nexon and Kia Sonet. It grew in size and moved decisively upmarket with dual curved displays, Level 2 ADAS and a diesel automatic option. A 5-star Bharat NCAP result finally silences criticism of the old car's safety.
Full Venue prices & variants →Mahindra XUV 3XO in short
The XUV 3XO is Mahindra's comprehensively reworked sub-4m SUV, replacing the XUV300 with sharper styling, a segment-first panoramic sunroof and Level 2 ADAS on top trims. Its 129 bhp TGDi turbo-petrol is among the punchiest in the class, and it holds a full 5-star Bharat NCAP rating. It battles the Tata Nexon, Maruti Brezza, Hyundai Venue and Kia Sonet.
Full XUV 3XO prices & variants →Skoda Kylaq in short
The Kylaq is Skoda's first sub-4-metre SUV and its most affordable car in India, aimed squarely at the Tata Nexon, Maruti Brezza, Hyundai Venue and Kia Sonet. Every variant gets the willing 115 PS 1.0 TSI turbo-petrol, giving it the strongest driving manners in its class. A five-star Bharat NCAP result seals its family-car credentials.
Full Kylaq prices & variants →Head-to-head pairs
Frequently Asked Questions
Venue vs XUV 3XO vs Kylaq — which should I buy?
Pick the Hyundai Venue if you want the best claimed efficiency (up to 24 kmpl). Pick the Mahindra XUV 3XO if you want the lowest starting price (₹7.50 Lakh), the most power (129 bhp). Pick the Skoda Kylaq if you want the biggest boot (446 L). Test-drive at least two before deciding — ride and dealer experience differ by city.
Which is the cheapest among Venue, XUV 3XO, Kylaq?
The Mahindra XUV 3XO starts lowest at ₹7.50 Lakh, against ₹8.00 Lakh for the Venue and ₹8.00 Lakh for the Kylaq (ex-showroom, August 2026).
Which is the safest of the three?
Hyundai Venue: 5 stars; Mahindra XUV 3XO: 5 stars; Skoda Kylaq: 5 stars.